1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1991 Lotus Elan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
